The school was established in 1989 and is committed to

providing a British-style international education of the

highest quality.

Located at the heart of one of the most exciting cities in the

world, the school’s strong reputation for high quality holistic
education is well established and it is a truly international co-
Employment
educational school with over 1000 students aged between 3 and
18, representing over 65 different nationalities.
Information
The Primary School is flourishing, and a new state of the art,
central Tokyo Primary School campus with outstanding
facilities has opened its doors in September 2023.

The Secondary School, housing extensive facilities, is

conveniently situated and forms part of an expanding
educational hub on the leafy campus of Showa Women’s
University.

The school is well known internationally for its high academic

standards, for the care they take with each individual student
of any ability, and for the positive, multicultural environment
provided for learning and play.

www.bst.ac.jp
Campuses, Classrooms
& Facilities
BST is a two site school: our Azabudai
campus is very much in the heart of the city,
while the Showa site is a little way into the
suburbs of Setagaya-ku, situated on an
extensive universitycampus about a 10-
minute drive or short train journey from BST
Shibuya.
Classrooms at BST are all equipped with state of
the art technology, and there are a number of
laptop/ iPad sets on both sites for student use.
Specialist facilities include Art & Design and
Photography rooms, a Drama Studio and well-
appointed music rooms. At Showa there are
excellent PE, swimming and outdoor learning
facilities. For Year 12 and 13 students there is
also a dedicatedstudy area. Maximum class sizes
range from 18 in Nursery and Reception, to 20 in
Year 1 and 22 in Year 2 and above. Our new
Primary School campus is complete with bright
and inspiring classrooms, year group shared
areas, 2 libraries, a suite of music studios an art
studio and a digital technology studio.
Activities Programme
Our curriculum is complemented by a vast
array of clubs which cater for interests in sport,
art, music, languages as well as other creative
areas such as cooking, gardening, app writing
and photography. BST also runs opportunities
for academic extension and is a member of the
Kanto Plains Association of Secondary Schools,
which gives our students access to a variety of
competition events, from Speech contests to
Sports tournaments.
All students from Year 1 onwards take part in
the BST Outdoors residential programme which
generates much enthusiasm and excitement
throughout the school. For our Secondary
students, this is an opportunity for many of
the older children to participate in the Duke of
Edinburgh International Award scheme. Taking
learning outside of the classroom is a key part of
education at BST.
1000+
Over 1,000 students are enrolled at BST,
representing over 65 nationalities.
Senior School (Years 12 & 13): 100+ students.
All follow the A level programme (Edexel & AQA).
Years 10 & 11: 150+ students, all of whom are
preparing for International General Certificate of
Secondary Education (IGCSE/GCSE) examinations
(Edexel & CIE).
Years 7-9 [Key Stage 3]: 390+ students. A bespoke
curriculum based on the National Curriculum of
England, with a focus on IGCSE material in Year 9.
Years 1-6 [Key Stage 1 & 2]: 660+ students.
A challenging curriculum designed to give a
balanced educational experience.
Nursery and Reception: 80+ students. Covering
seven areas of learning and development
exploring children’s views and interests as part
of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
‘Excellence in
everything we do.’
BST is an accredited member of the Council
of British International Schools (COBIS) and
The Independent Association of Prep Schools
(IAPS). The school last received in May 2015, an
Excellent rating in all 8 categories examined by
the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), a UK
Government, British Schools Overseas Scheme.
BST is also an authorized Cambridge, Edexcel, and
AQA International Examinations centre.
Leadership
Principal of the School Deputy Head of Primary
Mr Paul Tough Ms Hannah Pinkney
Head of Primary School Ms Nicola Hill
Ms Eleanor Loran Deputy Head of Secondary
Mr Omar Murtaza
Head of Secondary School
Ms Caroline McCallum Mr Duncan Grey
 Teacher of Spanish (temporary)
Job Description

Reports to Director of Languages

Responsibilities Teaching Spanish to Years 7 to 13, Form Tutor and contributing to the extracurricular programme

This role is for a temporary paternity cover in the first instance, with the possibility of an extension to a full contract the following
academic year.

The Languages Department

The Languages Department consists of nine teachers and includes Spanish, French and Japanese. The KS3 curriculum is
internally constructed and prepares students for KS4 and KS5 study where we currently offer Edexcel IGCSE French and
Spanish and GCSE Japanese at KS4 and AQA A Level French and Spanish and Edexcel A Level Japanese at KS5. Results in
external examinations are highly impressive across KS4 and 5 in terms of attainment and progress. Students in recent
years have gone on to study language-related courses at a range of top universities in the UK, Japan and abroad.

The role would suit an enthusiastic teacher with a passion for languages, who understands the use of effective
research-informed pedagogical strategies, has extensive subject knowledge to facilitate challenge for all students and
has experience with mixed-ability classes.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Teaching and Learning

● In liaison with, and under guidance from, the Subject Leader, plan and teach lessons and units of work
at KS3,4 & 5 (the teacher may be expected to teach French at KS3).
● Be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating effective planning, teaching organisation, and
demanding high standards of attainment and behaviour in all lessons
● Use evidence-informed strategies to plan and deliver lessons that promote progress and challenge for
all students
● Guide students to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
● Give students regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage students to
respond to the feedback.
● Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
● Monitor individual student achievement and respond accordingly
● Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject and curriculum areas, foster and maintain students’
interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
● Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for adhering to the schools code of
conduct
● Contribute to the relevant sections of the school’s evaluation and improvement documentation
● Attend and participate in regular meetings
● Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding
to advice and feedback from colleagues

Other roles
● Run, or assist in running, extra-curricular and service activities
● Deliver assigned Wednesday afternoon BST Explore sessions, Duke of Edinburgh or Life Skills
 ● Complete duties around the school in accordance with the weekly Duty Rota
● Attend, and take an active part in, residential curriculum trips as part of the BST Outdoors programme
● Be a House Tutor as part of our Vertical Tutoring/House system.
● Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
● Communicate effectively with parents with regard to students’ achievements and well-being.
● Treat students with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect
● Have regard for the need to safeguard students’ well-being, in accordance with the school’s provision
● Other reasonable requests made by the Head of the Secondary School and Senior Leadership Team.

PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Desirable

Qualifications

Qualified teacher status ✔

Degree or equivalent ✔
Experience

Successful teaching experience in the secondary phase, within a British Curriculum context
including (I)GCSE and A Level ✔

Experience of IB Diploma/Career-related Programmes ✔

Experience of secondary pastoral care practices ✔

Knowledge

A clear understanding of the essential qualities necessary for exceptional teaching and learning ✔

The principles of effective assessment for learning ✔

Up to date knowledge and understanding of current pedagogy and practices ✔
Knowledge of current safeguarding child protection procedures ✔

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates outstanding practice ✔

Ability to plan exciting, challenging and inspiring lessons ✔
Maintain high expectations in the classroom, including effective positive behaviour management ✔
Effective administrative and organisational skills and time management ✔
Committed to continuing professional development for self and others ✔
Possesses high standards of numeracy and literacy with excellent IT skills ✔
Proficient in using the Google suite of tools including Google Classroom ✔
Ability to deliver the schools’ mission, vision and values in their practice ✔
Personal Attributes

Passionate about their subject ✔

Able to inspire, challenge and motivate all students regardless of ability ✔
Creative, enthusiastic and proactive, keen to embrace new ideas and challenges ✔
Possesses excellent judgement and able to use initiative ✔
Be able to work effectively in a team and contribute ideas ✔
Resilient and able to manage a busy workload with a positive approach ✔
Approachable, empathetic and compassionate - a good listener ✔

Benefits Package overview for Expatriate Teachers

1. Starting salary as indicated on the Employment Contract. (Adjustments are made according to experience and
qualifications).

2. School-subsidized part-furnished apartment in central Tokyo.

3. Standard U.K. term dates (180 teaching day calendar), plus non-teaching days (up to 20 days).

4. Relocation flight for you, spouse and dependent children at start and end of contract (amounts and limitations set
out in the BST Policy document “School Funded Travel”).

5. Freight allowance for personal effects (amounts and limitations set out in the BST Policy document “School Funded
Freight”).

6. Additional 5% of basic salary towards personal pension.

7. Medical insurance cover through the Japanese national insurance system for you, your spouse and dependent
children.

8. Travel allowance covering actual costs of daily journey to/from school.

9. Subsidised place at BST for dependent children – all enrolment and annual tuition fees are discounted 100% for
teachers. Annual tuition fees are also discounted by 100%; up to half of this can be covered by a school bursary that
is non-taxable; the remainder of the discount is a taxable benefit.
10. Japanese Pension system lump sum withdrawal – up to five years’ worth of contributions into the Japanese pension
scheme are usually available as a lump sum payment when you leave Japan (subject to conditions).